bachelor's degree
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He has a Bachelor’s degree in journalism from Southern Illinois University and a Master’s degree in public affairs reporting from University of Illinois at Springfield.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
I got my Bachelor’s degree from Central Washington University and am the executive director of Allies in Advocacy.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 24, 2023
She's currently getting her Bachelor's degree from the same institution.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2022
Bachelor’s degree recipients took home $17,800 more in after-tax income than high school graduates.
From Washington Times • May 13, 2020
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Arts, and practiced as an attorney in Johannesburg for a number of years in partnership with Mr. Oliver Tambo.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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